Drive to Kibale Forest - The Primate Capital of East Africa

Kibale Forest National Park - Depart Kampala or Entebbe at 7:15 am on your Chimpanzee Trekking Safari, which is primarily an out-of-vehicle adventure. This is a 4-hour plus drive through scenic Uganda.
Lunch

Bigodi Wetlands Sanctuary - At 3:00 PM, a guided walk in the Bigodi Wetlands Sanctuary where you are taken into the world of a jungle swamp, a unique experience. Much of the trail is across walkways using wooden planks so that you are above the marsh. Light hiking boots are excellent for most.
This is a 3-hour walk and is a must for bird lovers, those that want something totally out of the ordinary – a jungle swamp, and those that enjoy monkeys and primates.
Primates such as Red Colobus Monkeys, Gray Cheeked Mangabey’s, L’Hoest Monkeys, Vervet Monkeys, Blue Monkeys, Baboons, Black and White Colobus, Red Colobus, and the occasional Chimpanzees can be found.
Bigodi Wetlands Sanctuary is also home to many mammals including the rare and elusive, semi-aquatic Sitatunga Antelopes (they have webbed toes) who make their home here. There are also Bush Pigs, Bush Bucks, Otters, Mongooses.
Over 138 bird species have been spotted here, and of course, Bigodi Wetlands is best known for being home to the Great Blue Turaco.

Chimpanzee Tracking and return to Kampala or Entebbe

Kibale Forest National Park - Breakfast – and it is time for your 3-hour Chimpanzee Trek in Kibale Forest - the best place in East Africa. For your comfort, we recommend; long trousers – jeans are great, long-sleeved shirts, light hiking boots, a day pack with a liter of bottled water, a wide-brimmed hat is good, light rain jacket.
Kibale forest is where the West African jungles meet East Africa – Kibale Forest is home to 13 species of primates, you usually will see about 5 or 6 species as you are tracking the chimpanzees.
Besides the Chimpanzees, there is the fabulous rainforest, the other primates, the trees, the flowers, the abundance of birds, the sounds of the Rain Forest, butterflies floating through the air, the place to be, the chimpanzees grabbing your attention, and you are glad you came to Kibale Forest for Chimpanzee Tracking.
You are with the habituated chimpanzees for one hour and observe them up close, allowing you to take some close-up pictures.

Kampala - Once we return from the Chimpanzee trek, we’ll take a break for lunch at Fort Portal town, which is about an hour’s drive away. After the recharge, we’ll continue on our journey to Kampala or Entebbe. It should take us around 4 - 5 hours to get there, arriving just in time for the evening.
Our 2-day Chimpanzee trekking Safari ends here.
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• Chimpanzee Tracking Permit in Kibale Forest Park
• Bigodi Wetlands Sanctuary walk
• Overnight lodging including all meals
• Private ground transportation in a 4WD with an English speaking driver/guide

• Gratuities
• Fizzy and alcoholic drinks
• Personal & Travel insurance
• Laundry

Taking a 2-day tour to Kibale Forest National Park offers the chance to experience chimpanzee tracking, explore diverse flora and fauna, enjoy scenic beauty, engage with local culture, and have an adventurous getaway without a lengthy time commitment. It’s an immersive snapshot of the park’s biodiversity and natural wonders.
A 2-day tour is relatively short, making it suitable for travelers with limited time. It allows you to experience the highlights of Kibale Forest National Park without needing an extended vacation. Discover Uganda with Lifetime Experience Safaris.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.